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Secrets to Great Curb Appeal

An eye-catching exterior is the sum of many parts. Here are six makeovers that show how combining small upgrades can create a handsome facade on any budget

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Make a roomy, reclining seat with a fan back and wide armrests out of weather-resistant decking lumber

How to Build an Adirondack Chair

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Assemble a stationary bench between sturdy planters made from stacked cedar boards

How to Build a Planter Bench

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Every month, Ask This Old House and The Home Depot will present a practical home improvement project—from...

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There are a few new ways to watch This Old House and Ask This Old House. Here's where you can find full episodes...

All the Ways to Watch ‘This Old House’ and ‘Ask This Old House’

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On January 17, a group of Insiders and guests got an up-close look at the Brookline Mid-century Modern House, and a...

Insiders Experience a Pro2Pro Livestream in Brookline

Meet Norm and tour the real New Yankee Workshop

Want to meet Norm Abram and Russ Morash, see the New Yankee Workshop in person, and more? Here's the scoop!

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We proudly support the mikeroweWORKS Foundation through our Generation Next campaign. Together, we're...

Generation NEXT

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Centriq is on a mission to radically simplify your life as a homeowner. Learn how

Centriq | The Ultimate Mobile App for Home Organization, Repair and Maintenance

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All the spring home maintenance and gardening tips you need to know as DIY season kicks off

Spring Upkeep

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Find the zone for your town to determine what plants will flourish in your yard.

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map

A Letter from Roger Cook

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Insiders can stream ad-free episodes of The New Yankee Workshop, plus have free access to project plans

The New Yankee Workshop Episodes and Plans

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Planning a kitchen, bath, bedroom, or deck project? These calculators will help you design the space you want at a...

EXCLUSIVE! Remodel Calculators

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This Old House modernizes a mid-century home in the suburbs of Boston

Brookline Mid-century Modern House

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Paver selection, skylight install, sewer line replacement, and foundation repair

Stone Cold Pavers | Brookline Mid-century Modern House

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On this episode of Ask This Old House ...

Water Filter, Bathroom Caulking | Ask TOH

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You spend more time at the kitchen sink than the stove, so why not invest in one of these capacious attention-getters...

All About Farmhouse Sinks

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Trowel concrete resurfacer over your worn walkway, and you'll have a brand new, durable surface with uniform color

How to Resurface Worn Concrete

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Transform an unused hall closet into an organized home office

Turn a Closet Into an Office Nook

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Take a stroll through the history of American houses, from the colonial era to the modern age

American House Styles

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Create extra storage and work surface from garden accessories and sheet metal

How to Build a Grilling Station

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With this weekend project, your home will have all the privacy it needs—plus an extra dose of curb appeal

How to Hang Exterior Shutters

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Make an old-fashioned rope swing, with instructions for parents and kids

How to Build a Tree Swing

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Slash utility bills, boost curb appeal, and up your comfort all year long

12 Spring Fix-Ups That Save You Money

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Plantings that ring the base of your home should do more than just conceal the foundation. Here, foolproof planting...

Best Foundation Plants for Stellar Curb Appeal

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Follow these guidelines to minimize your exposure to allergens outdoors and to avoid bringing them home

Allergy-Proof Your Home

Turn a ho-hum lawn into a hub of activity with a sport court for horseshoes, croquet, or bocce. This Old House...

A Backyard Built for Playing Games

Use vintage doorknobs and salvaged trim to make a showpiece coatrack in less than two hours

How to Make a Doorknob Coatrack

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Don't lift a finger without our time-tested guidance on making all the right choices for this popular outdoor project

Read This Before You Build Your Deck

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To celebrate the upcoming Insider event at the New Yankee Workshop, we're giving away a signed plan!

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You don't have to like doing it, but you can at least love the result of a truly good washing with our DIY window...

How to Clean Windows Like a Pro

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With little more than a few boards, a shovel, and some soil, you can easily create an ideal habitat for growing...

All About Raised-Bed Gardens

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The quickest way to transform your littlest rooms? Take a high-impact approach with paint

3 Small Spaces, 9 Bold Color Ideas

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Make a simple, sturdy seat with industrial beauty

Create an Entry Bench With Pipe Fittings

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Tidy up from top to bottom with help from the pros. Here's just about everything we've got on the topic

Spring Cleaning

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Give those tired old boards a refreshing makeover in six easy steps

How to Spruce Up a Worn-out Deck

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Twelve years after taking on a barren backyard, this passionate gardener is still weaving it into a rich tapestry of...

A Yard Goes From Dirt Patch to Perennial Paradise

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